Zingisa Chirwa

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Science at UNISA (2020 – present); Google News Initiative training (2024); The JournalismAI Discovery course at Polis LSE/Google Initiative (2023); Writing Radio News Bulletins at The Institute for Advancement of Journalism (2013)

Experience: Current Affairs Writer, Briefly News (March 2024 – present); Digital Editor, Sowetan (April 2023 – January 2024); News Editor, RISE fm (February 2017 – March 2023); Business Show Presenter & Producer, RISE fm (May 2020 – March 2023); Current Affairs Presenter, RISE fm (February 2017 – June 2019)

Awards: 2018 Liberty Radio Award Nominee in two categories; News Bulletin Reader - Commercial News and Actuality Show – Commercial

Zingisa Chirwa is an experienced broadcast journalist who has worked predominantly in radio newsrooms for over 15 years. Chirwa has occupied numerous positions, including news journalist, editor and current affairs host, focusing mainly on Mpumalanga politics and business. You can reach Zingisa at zingisa.chirwa@briefly.co.za.

491 articles published since 22 Mar 2024

Author's articles

"We are fighting for our country": Anele Mda backs removal of Chidimma Adetshina from Miss SA

"We are fighting for our country": Anele Mda backs removal of Chidimma Adetshina from Miss SA

a year ago

ANC Gauteng secretary calls for new mayor to stabilise Johannesburg

ANC Gauteng secretary calls for new mayor to stabilise Johannesburg

a year ago

Mandla Msibi's suspension sticks: ANC maintains stance amidst internal disputes

Mandla Msibi's suspension sticks: ANC maintains stance amidst internal disputes

a year ago

Jacob Zuma expelled from ANC for collaborating with MK Party

Jacob Zuma expelled from ANC for collaborating with MK Party

a year ago

NSF financial mismanagement: R286 million fraud exposed in South Africa

NSF financial mismanagement: R286 million fraud exposed in South Africa

a year ago

Julius Malema champions insourcing of municipal workers at EFF anniversary

Julius Malema champions insourcing of municipal workers at EFF anniversary

a year ago

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticises his deputy over Israel Olympics statement

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie criticises his deputy over Israel Olympics statement

a year ago

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has expressed his unhappiness about his deputy, Peace Mabe’s condemnation of Israel’s participation in the 2024 Olympic Games.

R3 million requested for King Misuzulu’s cultural festival journey to Malawi

R3 million requested for King Misuzulu’s cultural festival journey to Malawi

a year ago

The Zulu royal house has requested R3 million for a one-way trip for King Misuzulu kaZwelithini and traditional leaders to attend a cultural festival in Malawi.

Former EFF student leader stirs debate with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi endorsement

Former EFF student leader stirs debate with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi endorsement

a year ago

The former president of the EFF Student Command, Mpho Morolane, has publicly endorsed Mbuyiseni Ndlozi to be elected as the party’s next Secretary General.

Gauteng's bid automation plan: Addressing corruption or lip service?

Gauteng's bid automation plan: Addressing corruption or lip service?

a year ago

Many South Africans weren’t convinced by the Gauteng government's plan to introduce an automated bid adjudication process that would curb tender rigging.

Free State MEC's R300,000 trip expenses spark outrage in South Africa

Free State MEC's R300,000 trip expenses spark outrage in South Africa

a year ago

South Africans were shocked that Free State MEC for Public Works Dibolelo Mance spent over R300,000 for her trips to Durban and Cape Town in early 2024.

Mpumalanga's new initiative: 1,200 Crime Prevention Wardens to boost safety

Mpumalanga's new initiative: 1,200 Crime Prevention Wardens to boost safety

a year ago

Mpumalanga's Safety MEC Jackie Macie planned to hire 1,200 Crime Prevention Wardens to boost existing crime-fighting initiatives in the province.

Jacob Zuma installs Menzi Magubane as MK Party Treasurer-General

Jacob Zuma installs Menzi Magubane as MK Party Treasurer-General

a year ago

MK Party President Jacob Zuma has appointed Menzi Magubane as the party's new Treasurer-General. Magubane replaced Danisa Zulu, who was removed from her duties.

Zimbabwean group accuses Gayton McKenzie of inciting xenophobic violence

Zimbabwean group accuses Gayton McKenzie of inciting xenophobic violence

a year ago

The Zimbabwean Exemption Permit Holder Association has filed a criminal complaint against Gayton McKenzie for allegedly inciting xenophobic violence.

Minister Gayton McKenzie: A former gangster's path to political power

Minister Gayton McKenzie: A former gangster's path to political power

a year ago

Patriotic Alliance leader Gayton McKenzie has been gushing on social media after being appointed Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture for the seventh administration.

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